Author: Kazeem Ugbodaga
Lagos sets benchmark for Procurement Best Practices in face of economic pressures
Pedro highlighted the Lagos State Public Procurement Agency's role as a model for procurement systems nationwide and internationally.
Massive crime bust: Police arrest 1,246 suspects, recover 210 firearms
The operatives confiscated seven AK-47 rifles, one AK-49, one G3 rifle, six pump-action rifles, nine LMG rifles, 16 Beretta pistols,…
Wema Bank surges with N60.62 billion Profit Before Tax in Q3 2024
Wema Bank’s Managing Director/CEO, Mr. Moruf Oseni, highlighted the bank’s steady growth trajectory, including a 23% year-to-date rise in deposits…
Breaking: Tinubu names Major General Oluyede as acting Chief of Army Staff
General Oluyede participated in several operations, including the Economic Community of West African States Monitoring Group (ECOMOG) Mission in Liberia,…
Niagara Falls horror: Mother leaps to death with two young children
The shocking incident has left the Niagara Falls community reeling, with many struggling to comprehend the unimaginable loss.
Sanwo-Olu: Strong institutions, transparency key to Nigeria’s Economic Resilience
Former INEC Chairman, Prof. Attahiru Jega, who delivered the conference lecture, called for reforms in the process of leadership recruitment,…
Oyedepo in trouble, Reps move to revoke Airstrip license
On Oct. 6, the church’s founder, Bishop David Oyedepo, had informed his congregation of the federal government’s authorisation for the…
Rising noise, faint Echoes against EFCC
After their tenure in office, the governors will be questioned on how they have spent the public funds not on…
I have no regrets demolishing 100-year-old Benin Central Hospital – Obaseki
Obaseki explained, “I had to bring down the Central Hospital, and I have no regrets. In its place, we now…
Deadly London teenager Bernard sentenced to life imprisonment for brutal murder
Bernard,19, was jailed for life with 22 years minimum, while Santana Thompson,21, was jailed for 10 years for manslaughter, 10…
Senate grills seven new Ministerial nominees
The screening process began on Wednesday, following a motion moved by Senate Leader Opeyemi Bamidele.
Lagos HOS rallies Directors to forge succession plans, bridge leadership gap in Public Service
Agoro encouraged department heads to exemplify ethical behaviour and uphold the values of the State Public Service, fostering an environment…
Trump claims massive voter fraud in Pennsylvania without evidence
Trump's post also referenced Lancaster County, which he claimed had already been caught with 2,600 fake ballots and forms, all…
Breaking: Sanwo-Olu breaks silence on rumoured lawsuit against EFCC
Pedro emphasized the absurdity of such claims, highlighting that the governor, who currently enjoys constitutional immunity, has nearly three years…
EFCC’s unyielding assault on Corruption: Olukoyede’s tenacious year
Noteworthy cases currently under investigation include those involving former governors Willie Obiano, Yahaya Bello, Abdulfattah Ahmed, and Darius Ishaku, as…
What Tinubu told Dangote, others about Naira-based Crude Oil sales
Tinubu also recommended Afreximbank as a settlement institution for Naira-based pricing for crude and refined products, noting Afreximbank’s current role…
One dead as Black Axe, Macphite Confraternities clash in Edo
The deadly clash occurred in the Upper Sakponba area, within Ikpoba-Okha Local Government Area. Allegedly, two victims were traced to…
FG donates N500 million to Nigerian Legion as Tinubu commends Armed Forces
President Tinubu reaffirmed that the welfare of security personnel remains a priority for his administration. He honoured those who have…
EFCC As Heaven’s Gate Against Corruption
Another is the former governor of the Central Bank of Nigeria, Godwin Emefiele whose Naira "repainting" did not only sink…
How Biden’s call to Tinubu facilitated release of Binance Executive
Tuggar further stated that they discussed the release of one of the suspects from the cryptocurrency exchange company, Binance.
Delta Horror: How we killed a woman on her farm, stole her motorbike – Suspects
However, they ultimately strangled her and inflicted fatal machete wounds. Disturbed by the incident, one of the suspects reported the…
Sanwo-Olu opens J Randle Museum, demands return of Yoruba Artifacts
The Governor traced Lagos’s heritage back to the colonial era, where sites like the JRandle Centre and the Yoruba Tennis…
Moment Sanwo-Olu hosted Lagos State ‘One-Day Governor’
In response to Abdulrahmon’s request for an ICT lab for Oriwu Senior Model College, Governor Sanwo-Olu pledged to fulfil the…
Obama blasts Trump for pandemic cheque claims, endorses Harris for Presidency
Obama also seized the moment to endorse Kamala Harris in the ongoing presidential race.
Ballon d’Or: Nigeria’s Lookman outshines Palmer, Williams, Saka, Rice, 12 others
Lookman’s Ballon d'Or nomination on 4 September 2024 came not only for his contributions to Atalanta’s UEFA Europa League win…
Spain’s Aitana Bonmati retains Women’s Ballon d’Or
Grateful for the honour, Bonmati shared her thoughts in Paris: "I’m deeply thankful for this award. Achieving this twice is…
Rodri claims 2024 Ballon d’Or, crowning Spain’s triumphant year
By Kazeem Ugbodaga In a glittering ceremony in Paris, Rodri, Manchester City’s midfield maestro, claimed the 2024 Ballon d’Or, crowning…
Ondo 2024: Mandate Movement ready to rally votes for Ayedatiwa
Described as one of the most sophisticated political movements in sub-Saharan Africa, TMM is celebrated for its unwavering loyalty to…
IBILE Youth Academy will bridge leadership gap – Lagos Commissioner
Ogunlende further noted that the academy’s core values—integrity, responsibility, self-discipline, perseverance, and excellence—serve as guiding principles for effective leadership and…
Barcelona’s Wonderkid Yamal clinches Kopa Trophy as Best Young Player
The prestigious award was presented by Dutch football legend Ruud Gullit, the 1987 Ballon d'Or winner, following a tribute montage…